Mountain Biking in the Salzburger Land

Around the Naturresort Puradies in Leogang in the Salzburger Land beats the heart of the mountain biking scene. Where the impressive mountain backdrop is not just a backdrop, but a stage for sporting adventures. Where you simply set off, find your own rhythm – and feel life between forests, meadows and metres of altitude. Anyone who spends their bike holiday at the Puradies in the Salzburger Land is right in the middle of one of the best biking areas in Europe.

Just a stone's throw from the bike hotel Puradies in Leogang begins one of the most spectacular biking areas in Europe. Together with Saalbach-Hinterglemm and Fieberbrunn, the Saalfelden Leogang region forms Austria's largest bike destination – with:

• 105 km of lines & trails
• 9 mountain lifts on 7 mountains
• Bike parks, flow trails & nature tours

Whether you are looking for leisurely panoramic tours or want to chase through the forest on an adrenaline rush – there is the right terrain for every level here. And the best part: as a guest at the Puradies, you receive the Saalfelden Leogang Card – including two free return trips on the mountain lifts every day. Two of these modern lifts – the Asitzbahn and the Steinbergbahn – are located in Leogang and take you straight up to lofty heights on your nature holiday.

Anyone who loves steep descents, tight bends and spectacular jumps will love the Epic Bikepark Leogang. Whether downhill, freeride or flow line – the bike park is one of the most renowned in Europe and has hosted World Cup races several times. Numerous lines and trails ensure that everyone, from rookie to pro, gets their money's worth here. And the best part: Puradies guests receive a 15 % discount on bike park tickets!

Never sat in the saddle of a mountain bike before? No problem. Right at the valley station of the Asitzbahn in the Salzburger Land is Europe's largest beginner bike park – the Riders Playground. Here, beginners can learn on various course routes how to confidently master rollers, berms and small jumps. If you would like professional support on your bike holiday in the Salzburger Land, the Elements Outdoorsports bike school at the Asitzbahn is the right place for you. From the first technique training to the challenging downhill camp – the offering is aimed at all levels of experience.

Whether leisure cyclist or collector of metres in altitude – spectacular tours of all levels of difficulty await around our hotel in Leogang. And always there: the familiar crunch of tyres on well-kept paths through forests and across alpine pastures. Anyone who pauses along the way is rewarded – with views of the impressive alpine panorama and fine regional cuisine in rustic huts.

Not every trail has to be steep and wild. If you prefer to take it easy without missing out on impressive views, you will find numerous enjoyable routes in the region that are also ideal for a family holiday in the Salzburger Land.

• Kronreith-Ramseiden Round (18.2 km, approx. 2:00 h): A leisurely round through idyllic alpine areas, past the second-highest church tower in Salzburg, up to Maria Alm.
• Buchensteinwand Round (38.4 km, approx. 3:00 h): A varied route with a wonderful panorama and a mix of gravel and asphalt.
• Soft Trail Tour (27.7 km, approx. 2:40 h): Climb to the Thurneralm, a pleasant forest and meadow trail with a leisurely return route.

A punchy 90 minutes or an extended half-day round – if you already have some experience but aren't (yet) ready to throw yourself into the really wild descents, you will find a wide range of moderate mountain bike tours in the Salzburger Land. Sometimes scenic, sometimes technically demanding – but always worthwhile. Perfect for finding your own pace while making the most of the alpine landscape.

• Forsthof Trail Tour (5.7 km, approx. 1:00 h): A short but challenging tour with exciting singletrail sections.
• Vogelsang Round (22.3 km, approx. 2:40 h): A beautiful round with panoramic views and punchy climbs.
• Panorama Tour (31.8 km, approx. 3:30 h): As the name suggests – a perfect mix of nature, trail and views.
• Schwarzleo-Schwarzbach Tour (30.9 km, approx. 4:30 h): A challenging round with sporty climbs, forest paths and natural sections.

Anyone looking for a challenge will find it in Leogang. Experienced MTB fans get their money's worth in the Salzburger Land. With long stages, steep climbs and partly technical trails. Demanding tours of up to 93 kilometres in length and riding times of up to almost eight hours lead through impressive landscapes. Anyone riding here doesn't just want to go biking – they want to be challenged.

• Matzalm Trail Tour (16.4 km, approx. 3:00 h): A compact but intense tour with trail sections through dense forests and idyllic alpine areas.
• Eiserne Hand Extreme (40.7 km, approx. 6:00 h): For everyone who wants to test their limits – a real adventure including the "Höllen Trail" for enduro lovers.

However, if you prefer to take it easy when mountain biking in Leogang, simply hop on an e-MTB. With gentle assistance, you glide effortlessly through the Salzburger Land – past blossoming meadows, along the scenic Steinberg Round or to the idyllic Pillersee. Enjoyable tours with culinary stops can also be perfectly incorporated into the e-bike experience.

Especially on hot days in summer in the Salzburger Land, riding with motor assistance is not only comfortable but also pleasantly refreshing. No e-bike with you? No problem. Via the iBike Box here at the resort, you can easily rent a suitable bike and start your e-bike tour in the Saalfelden Leogang region.

First pedal hard, then continue at a leisurely pace on foot – on the Bike & Hike tours in Saalfelden Leogang, you combine the best of both worlds: first you ride your mountain bike over varied trails to the last forest road, then continue on foot to the summit. Anyone who saves time by cycling to the start with their mountain bike has more time later for the beautiful hiking trails in and around Leogang – and that is guaranteed to pay off.

Whether up the Spielberghorn with its panoramic views of the Wilder Kaiser, the Hohe Tauern, the Leoganger Steinberge or the Hochkönig, or a mountain tour to the Birnhorn – with a little fitness and the right equipment, these combination tours are a highlight for active nature lovers.

After a day in the saddle, the Heaven Spa of our wellness hotel in Leogang is calling. Warm pools, saunas, massages – a place where tired muscles regenerate and the mind comes to rest. How about a first-class gourmet menu in our restaurant? A drink at the bar? A moment all to yourself?

Or you can retreat straight into one of our rustic chalets in Leogang with its own sauna or infrared cabin. This way, you set off refreshed into your mountain bike paradise of Leogang in the Salzburger Land. After all, the Puradies is not just a 4-star superior hotel – it is a nature resort that knows exactly how to make holiday dreams come true.

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